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EJ62 OOX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,751 mi
Last recorded99,751 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ62 OOX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 99,751 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 95,448 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 89,027 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 89,027 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 83,113 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 75,529 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Oct 2021 75,529 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 62,131 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 62,131 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low o/s/f head light to low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 41,252 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 32,987 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 28,079 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn low on edge

Offside Front Outer Tyre starting to wear low on edge

Pass 1 Dec 2015 19,302 miles

nsf/osf tyres worn low on extreme outer edges

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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EJ62 OOX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ62 OOX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ62 OOX registered?

EJ62 OOX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is EJ62 OOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ62 OOX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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